Business Details
Full Service Law Firm in Sydney, NS
Established in the 1930s, Khattar & Khattar Barristers & Solicitors has built a legacy of providing comprehensive legal representation to clients in Sydney, Nova Scotia, and surrounding areas. Our team of experienced lawyers specializes in diverse practice areas, including family law, criminal law, corporate law, real estate, and personal injury claims. With decades of combined experience, we pride ourselves on delivering personalized legal solutions while maintaining a strong commitment to community service.Our attorneys have appeared before all levels of Nova Scotia courts and specialized tribunals, ensuring clients receive skilled advocacy in both litigation and transactional matters. We combine deep legal expertise with a client-centered approach, keeping clients informed throughout their cases while striving for optimal outcomes. Our firm's reputation for integrity and results-driven representation has been strengthened through generations of service to Cape Breton communities.
Services
Aboriginal Law
Corporate Law
Criminal Law
Family Law
Real Estate Law
Personal Injury
Wills & Estates
Labor Law
Insurance Law
Civil Litigation
Highlights and features
- We offer 90+ years of combined legal experience serving Cape Breton communities
- Our attorneys practice in 12+ specialized legal areas with local court expertise
- We provide personalized representation with regular client communication updates
- Our team includes lawyers with tribunal experience in workers' compensation and disability benefits
- We maintain active community involvement through local board participation and coaching
Services
Corporate Law
Our corporate law practice provides comprehensive legal guidance for businesses in Nova Scotia. We handle commercial transactions, contract negotiations, and business structure formation. With decades of local experience, we advise clients on regulatory compliance and corporate governance while maintaining a practical approach to business challenges.
Criminal Law
We defend clients facing criminal charges in Nova Scotia courts. Our experienced attorneys handle cases ranging from DUI offenses to serious criminal matters. We provide aggressive representation while ensuring clients understand their rights and legal options throughout the judicial process.
Family Law
Our family law practice addresses divorce proceedings, child custody arrangements, and spousal support negotiations. We approach sensitive family matters with compassion while advocating for clients' interests in property division and parenting plans through mediation or court proceedings.
Personal Injury
We represent clients seeking compensation for motor vehicle accidents, slip and fall injuries, and workplace accidents. Our team handles insurance claims and litigation to recover damages for medical expenses, lost wages, and pain and suffering experienced by injury victims.
Real Estate Law
Our real estate practice covers residential and commercial property transactions in Cape Breton. We assist with purchase agreements, title searches, and closing procedures while advising clients on zoning regulations and property development opportunities.
People
Glen F. Campbell
Senior Partner
LLB graduate from Dalhousie University with 20+ years of experience in civil litigation, real estate, and criminal law. Handles cases before Nova Scotia courts and workers' compensation tribunals. Active community board member and hockey coach.
Christopher T. Conohan
Partner
Practices in litigation, family law, and corporate matters since joining the firm in 1998. Active in community sports coaching and served on United Way and Sydney Rotary boards. LLB from Dalhousie Law School.
Daniel J. Burman
Partner
Handles criminal defense, family law, and corporate cases with experience in high-profile matters. Serves on community economic development boards. LLB from University of Manitoba with BBA and BACS degrees.
Jennifer Nicholson
Articling Student
Recent law graduate from University of New Brunswick joining the firm in 2025. Focuses on family law while completing articling requirements. Previously worked with legal aid organizations in New Brunswick.
Questions
What areas of law does Khattar & Khattar handle?
We provide legal services in family law, criminal defense, corporate law, real estate, personal injury claims, wills and estates, and civil litigation across Nova Scotia.
How experienced are your attorneys?
Our lawyers have decades of combined experience serving Cape Breton clients since the 1930s, with court appearances before all Nova Scotia judicial levels and specialized tribunals.
Do you handle cases outside Sydney?
We represent clients throughout Nova Scotia, including Sydney, Cape Breton Island, and surrounding regions with legal matters requiring local expertise.
What payment methods do you accept?
Please contact our office directly to discuss payment arrangements and billing options that accommodate your specific legal service requirements.
